At Women of Vision, we recognize three women in the categories of Leadership, Innovation and Social Impact. Although these three categories embody characteristics that are important to technical leadership, we often find that the winners embody characteristics from all three categories. That is certainly true this year.
Karen Panetta, recognized for Social Impact, is distinguished not only for her contributions to digital computer architecture simulation, but also for inspiring young women in her program, Nerd Girls, which demonstrates how engineers and scientists create and innovate on behalf of humanity. Chieko Asakawa, Women of Vision award winner for Leadership, has developed breakthrough technologies that have helped make the web accessible to the visually impaired. Mary Lou Jepsen, recognized for Innovation, has advanced the development of computer hardware through her innovation in display technology and demonstrated the possibility of making digital technology accessible and affordable throughout the world.
In addition to these three remarkable women, we have over 30 technical women in silicon valley who have agreed to mentor 38 women from the Middle East who will be visiting us in the month of June.
We are still looking for a few additional mentors, so if you know of someone, please have them sign up.
Technical Mentors will work closely with the mentees to provide technical and professional guidance. I've participated in a number of mentoring programs over the years, and it is one of the most rewarding experiences you can experience.
You need to be located in Silicon Valley, be available for the month of June, and be able to host the mentee at your company site.
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